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Re: family member w/depression » arichele

Posted by Ritch on November 26, 2002, at 10:22:50

In reply to Re: family member w/depression » arichele, posted by arichele on November 26, 2002, at 8:59:46

> Thanks for the suggestions. Yes, she is under the care of a psychiatrist but undergoes no psychotherapy. I am hoping to get her over this hill while I stay with her over the Thanksgiving holiday.
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> I just worry about her constantly changing medication regimen. Nothing seems to work. She has tried Geodyne, Wellbutrin, Remeron, and now Lexapro. I know there are a lot of various medications out there I hope one helps her with minimal side effects.
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> Her depression seems cyclical and when she gets better she changes her dosages so she doesn’t feel so “medicated”. I understand her rationale but I also get very frustrated because I know what the later result will be. I love her and I just want her to feel like herself.
>


Hi, recurrent cyclical depressions are often indicative of bipolar illness (that is happening to me now). Does she seem to get periods of hyperactivity as well (spending sprees, impulsivity, etc.)? Sometimes treating recurrent depressives with mood stabilizing agents used for bipolars can be helpful. good luck.


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